Do watch hours from Shorts count toward monetization?
No. Watch hours from Shorts views do not count toward the 4,000-hour
requirement. To monetize via Shorts, YouTube requires 10 million valid Shorts
views within 90 days.
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How does VeeFly generate valid watch hours?
We run display campaigns on the Google Display Network. These ads appear on millions of websites, apps and Google-owned properties, driving users to your public videos. When viewers watch your long-form videos, the watch time is recorded as external ...
What counts as a valid public watch hour?
Valid public watch hours come from long-form videos that you set to public on your channel. YouTube expressly excludes watch hours from private videos, unlisted videos, deleted videos, Shorts views, unconverted livestreams, and ad campaigns from ...
What is the Monetization Package?
VeeFly’s Monetization Package is a comprehensive service that helps YouTube creators meet the 4,000 valid public watch hours and 1,000-subscriber requirements to join the YouTube Partner Program. The package combines display advertising, channel ...
How long does the Monetization Package take?
Campaign duration varies depending on your existing watch hours and subscriber count. Typically, it takes about 8–10 weeks to accumulate the remaining watch hours. VeeFly continuously monitors your progress and adjusts the campaigns to meet the goal.
What happens if YouTube rejects my channel for monetization?
VeeFly guarantees the delivery of watch hours and subscriber counts, but it cannot control YouTube’s review decisions. If YouTube rejects your channel because of content or policy violations, you will need to address those issues and reapply. In such ...